Vishwakarma Puja

Description

Vishwakarma Puja is a day of celebration for Vishwakarma, a Hindu god, the divine architect.According to mythology, Lord Vishwakarma created the entire universe, heaven and earth. He is credited for creating weapons used in the mythological era, including the sacred weapon 'Vajra' of Lord Indra, which he made from the bones of sage Dadhichi. He is considered as the highest worker, with quality and excellence in craftsmanship. He is depicted in pictures as having four hands, carrying a book, a water-pot, a noose and craftsman's toolsIt is celebrated every year on the 17th of September and the day after Diwali. On these days, Lord Vishwakarma is worshipped, who alone constitutes the entire history with which this festival is linked.